cyclone Ditwah
PM Modi Offers Continued Support to Sri Lanka for Cyclone Ditwah Recovery Efforts
Dec 02, 2025 01:05 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, pledging India's ongoing support for rehabilitation efforts following Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has already deployed rescue teams and relief materials to assist the island nation, where over 1.15 million people have been affected and 366 deaths reported. The leaders emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation during this humanitarian crisis.
Devastating Floods and Landslides Claim Over 1,100 Lives Across Southeast Asia
Dec 01, 2025 08:33 pm CST
Catastrophic flooding and landslides have claimed more than 1,100 lives across Southeast Asia, with Sri Lanka and Indonesia suffering the heaviest casualties. Military forces are conducting rescue operations as entire villages remain cut off from aid. Climate change is intensifying monsoon rains, creating what Sri Lanka's president called "the largest and most challenging natural disaster in our history." The devastation spans four countries, with hundreds still missing and governments struggling to provide relief.
Indian Air Force Evacuates Over 300 Indians From Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka in Major Rescue Operation
Dec 01, 2025 02:17 pm CST
The Indian Air Force has successfully evacuated more than 300 Indian nationals stranded in Sri Lanka due to Cyclone Ditwah. As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, IAF aircraft transported the evacuees to Thiruvananthapuram, while also conducting rescue missions for locals in landslide-affected areas. IAF helicopters have completed over 12 sorties, evacuating both Indian and foreign nationals from disaster zones.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens: Indonesia Flood Victims Resort to Looting as Death Toll Reaches 442
Nov 30, 2025 09:31 pm CST
In the aftermath of devastating floods in Indonesia, desperate residents of Sumatra have begun looting stores for survival as aid struggles to reach isolated areas. The disaster has claimed 442 lives with 402 still missing, while displacing over 290,700 people across three provinces. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka faces its own crisis with 193 flood-related deaths as Cyclone Ditwah approaches India's southern coast.
Cyclone Ditwah: IMD Warns of Intensified Rainfall Across Andhra Pradesh Districts
Nov 30, 2025 08:44 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah, positioned over the southwest Bay of Bengal, is forecast to bring significant rainfall across Andhra Pradesh. The system, moving northwards near Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts, will trigger heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in South Coastal regions, with squally winds reaching 70 kmph. Officials have implemented emergency preparedness measures, with rehabilitation centers ready for potential evacuations.
Devastating Cyclone Ditwah Claims 193 Lives in Sri Lanka: Over 25,000 Homes Destroyed and 968,000 People Displaced
Nov 30, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah has caused catastrophic flooding and mudslides across Sri Lanka, killing 193 people and leaving 228 missing. The disaster has destroyed more than 25,000 homes, displaced nearly one million people, and prompted international aid efforts as the country faces its deadliest natural disaster since 2017. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of emergency as relief operations continue.
Indian Navy Deploys Chetak Helicopters for Critical Rescue Operations in Flood-Ravaged Sri Lanka
Nov 30, 2025 03:25 pm CST
Indian Navy's Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant are conducting rescue operations in Sri Lanka following devastating floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has deployed military assets and relief supplies to assist the island nation where at least 123 people have died and thousands have been displaced. The cyclone is now moving toward India's eastern coast, where red alerts have been issued.
Cyclone Ditwah Approaches Indian Coast: Red Alert Issued for Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry
Nov 30, 2025 02:29 am CST
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert as Cyclone Ditwah approaches the coasts of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry, bringing torrential rainfall, strong winds reaching 80-90 km/hour, and waves up to 8 meters high. Authorities have canceled numerous flights and warned residents to exercise caution, particularly in low-lying areas prone to flooding.
India's Swift Response: Emergency Aid and Rescue Operations for Sri Lankan Cyclone Ditwah Victims
Nov 29, 2025 10:48 pm CST
India has mobilized significant humanitarian assistance for Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, establishing emergency support for stranded citizens at Colombo's international airport while delivering over 20 tonnes of relief supplies and dispatching specialized rescue teams to help with recovery efforts in a country reporting 123 deaths and 15,000 destroyed homes.
Sri Lanka Declares State of Emergency as Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Reaches 132 with 176 Missing
Nov 29, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Sri Lanka has declared a national emergency following devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, with 132 confirmed deaths and 176 people missing. The catastrophe has destroyed over 15,000 homes and displaced 78,000 residents into temporary shelters. With one-third of the country lacking electricity and clean water, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has invoked emergency powers and appealed for international assistance as rescue operations continue amid widespread infrastructure damage.
